Sexton proves that old school isn’t old hat

Paul O’Connell was undoubtedly a significant contributor to the Lions victory in the first Test in Brisbane, but perhaps the more crucial factor was the Munster-like weather that afflicted the so-called Sunshine State the day before the match.

A wet Friday made for a slippery pitch and if you want to ask anybody just how slippery, you might need Kurtley Beale’s mobile number. The penalty goal to win the match looked perfect right up until the beginning. His left foot hit the turf, his backside followed soon after, and from 46 metres out, you’re never going to reach the posts when your tags are the first things that make contact with the pill.

Alas for the Aussies and happy days for the tourists.